Elementary Support Teacher - 2026/2027 School Year

Mastery PA; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan

NJ Pension Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Professional Development Fund

Job summary

Mastery Schools is seeking a dedicated support teacher to collaborate with lead teachers, foster a warm school culture, and support student achievement. This role is ideal for recent graduates or career changers pursuing a teaching career, with strong professional development and mentoring provided.

Responsibilities include co-planning, delivering small group and occasional whole-class instruction, analyzing assessment data, and participating in ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Flexible and adaptable to changing student needs.
• Ability to motivate students and maintain a positive classroom
• Willingness to learn, accept feedback, and grow
• Strong sense of personal accountability for student achievement
• Belief that all students should be held to high standards
• Positive attitude and drive for personal excellence

Responsibilities

• Partner with lead teachers to implement curriculum and routines.
• Plan and provide individualized small group instruction.
• May teach whole groups in select subjects (up to two classes/day).
• Plan and prepare lessons to support instruction across content areas.
• Collaborate in grade-level teams to discuss student work and mastery.
• Analyze student data with lead teachers to inform instruction.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and training.
• Provide substitute coverage as needed.
• Assist lead teacher with other student responsibilities.

Skills

Flexibility

Motivation

Feedback receptiveness

Accountability

High standards

Positive attitude

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred in education or related field

Job description

Founded in 2001, Mastery Schools is a public charter network of 23 K-12 schools in Philadelphia and Camden, serving more than 14,000 students.

At Mastery, we’re on a mission to provide all students with the academic and personal skills they need to succeed after graduation and pursue their dreams. Student achievement is not just a goal for our organization; it's the reason we exist, and every member of our team is dedicated to securing student success. We are also committed to pursuing equity, actively disrupting systemic racism, and addressing the disparities that limit our students' choices.

Our culture is built on respect, service, and the belief that the success of our students, their families, and the communities we serve will help us achieve our mission. We foster a positive, open, and inclusive environment where honesty, humor, and continuous improvement are celebrated.

Join us in creating a model urban school district that serves all students with excellence. Together, we can make a lasting impact.

Opportunity

The support teacher will work together with lead teachers to create a warm and welcoming school culture that is driven by student achievement. This role is ideal for recent graduates and career changers who are looking to launch a teaching career. Support teachers receive robust professional development, instructional coaching, and mentoring. Support teachers also get both small group and whole class teaching experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Partner with lead teachers to implement curriculum and utilize classroom routines and procedures with consistency
• Plan and provide individualized small group instruction to students
• May be responsible for providing whole group instruction to students in select subjects (up to two whole group classes per day)
• Engage in lesson planning and preparation to support strong execution of classroom instruction across multiple content areas and potentially several grade levels
• Collaborate in grade level teams to discuss student work, share best practices, and ensure student mastery of standards
• Work closely with lead teachers to analyze student assessment data and use data to inform instruction
• Actively participate in on-going training and professional development in the spirit of continuous improvement
• Provide substitute teaching coverage for colleagues, as needed
• Assist lead teacher with other student responsibilities as requested
• Additional roles and responsibilities may be assigned by supervisor

Qualifications

• Flexibility and adaptability as the role and responsibilities can shift to meet the changing needs of students
• The ability to motivate and challenge students and maintain a joyful, positive, and rigorous classroom environment
• Willingness to learn, receptiveness to feedback, and a desire to continuously improve and grow
• A strong sense of personal accountability for student achievement
• A belief that all students should be held to high standards
• A positive attitude and a drive for personal excellence

Education and Experience

• Associate’s degree or equivalent required, Bachelor’s strongly preferred in education or related field
• Previous student teaching, classroom teaching, or experience working or volunteering with school-aged children strongly preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental conditions required such as maneuvering in classrooms; Standing, walking, sitting for long periods of time, speak loudly and clearly, seeing and hearing things both near and far away, stooping, kneeling, fine finger and hand manipulation in use of a computer, chalkboard, dry erase board or projector; Must be able to sit for up to two (2) hours looking at a computer monitor, using a keyboard and mouse and typing.

Mastery’s Benefits Package

We offer a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth. Some of our most popular benefits include our 403(b) retirement plan for PA employees (with a 5% match from Mastery for full-time employees), enrollment in the State of New Jersey Pension Plan for NJ employees, a robust Employee Assistance Program, mental health and counseling programs, an annual Professional Development Fund, and discounts and perks at a myriad of retailers, travel organizations, insurance providers, and so much more, as well as access to the Health Advocate Helpdesk to help you navigate various benefits-related topics.

Why You Should Apply

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. Mastery may consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications.

If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.